NASCAR's best descend upon Charlotte Motor Speedway on Saturday for an exhibition of epic proportions in the 2016 NASCAR All-Star Race.  One of the sport's most unique events undergoes major changes this year to keep viewers interested. With $1 million as the top prize and fan involvement helping to dictate who gets to race, NASCAR has a finger on the pulse of what works and what doesn't at such an event. With three showdowns Friday night deciding three spots in Saturday's event and a fan vote ushering in one lucky driver, the most unique weekend of the calendar is here. Here's a look at everything to know about Saturday's All-Star Race.   Viewing Details Where: Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina When: Saturday, M...

Danica Patrick and some of NASCAR's brightest young stars will headline Friday's Sprint Showdown at Charlotte Motor Speedway. The winners of the Sprint Showdown's three segments will earn automatic bids to Saturday's 2016 All-Star Race, and fans will get involved by voting two more lucky drivers into the proceedings. NASCAR's ever-changing weekend exhibition isn't anything to underestimate, but there's even more at stake—a few lucky drivers will have a chance to get a leg up on the rest of the field before next weekend's Coca-Cola 600 at the same track. Below, let's take a look at everything you need to know about Friday's Sprint Showdown.   Viewing Details Where: Charlotte Motor Speedway When: Friday, May 20, at 7:15 p.m. ET Wat...

Yamaha's Jorge Lorenzo edged ahead in the MotoGP standings as he won last time out in France, and he will be eager to extend his lead at the top this weekend at the Italian Grand Prix in Mugello. Honda's Marc Marquez sits just five points back from his fellow Spaniard, while Italian legend Valentino Rossi is 12 behind his Yamaha team-mate. Here is the full schedule for the sixth race in the 2016 calendar and a closer examination of the riders set to battle it out in Italy: Live streaming can be found at the BT Sport website (UK) and beIN Sports CONNECT (US).   Valentino Rossi  Between 2002 and 2008, Rossi won seven consecutive races at Mugello as he dominated his home Grand...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...

Kevin Harvick's partnership with Stewart-Haas Racing will continue for a long time after the two sides agreed to a new contract.   According to a release from Stewart-Haas Racing, via NASCAR.com, the terms of the deal were not available, but it is a "long-term contract extension." Harvick said in the statement that continuing with Stewart-Haas Racing was a simple choice: "It was a big decision to join Stewart-Haas Racing and it has turned out to be my best decision. I came to Stewart-Haas Racing to win championships. We have one, but that only made us hungry for more. I'm very happy to have my future secure with a team so dedicated to winning." Stewart-Haas Racing co-owner Tony Stewart said on be...